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Sports Injuries
Lateral Epicondylitis  
Chronic Tendinopathies
Plantar Fasciitis
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Cartilage Degeneration (Chondropenia)
Muscular and Ligamental Tears









The use of autologous (the patients own) platelet concentrate has been shown to effectively treat sports injuries related to bone fractures, tendinopathies, cartilage degeneration and muscular and ligament tears, among others. In Europe and the United States, autologous blood products are increasingly being used to facilitate healing in a variety of clinical applications. 

Autologous platelet concentrate may also provide a promising alternative to surgery by promoting safe and natural healing as it contains a concentration of growth factors that have been shown to accelerate natural healing. 

For over 20 years this application has been safely used and documented in many fields of medicine from orthopedics and sports medicine to cardiothoracic surgery. 

Autologous Platelet Concentrate Therapy for Sports Injuries at the Apollo Bramwell Hospital 

Upon registration, the doctor performing the autologous platelet concentrate therapy will give you a physical examination and your medical records will be reviewed once again. Your doctor may order additional testing, such as blood tests or radiological testing. 

A small volume of blood is drawn from your vein and processed in a special centrifuge. After processing, platelet poor plasma (PPP) is removed leaving behind a precise volume of plasma, platelets, white cells, and a small amount of red cells. The remaining components are then resuspended into one homogenous concentrated solution. 

The concentrated solution is then infiltrated precisely into the effected region under direct visualisation of diagnostic ultrasound. 

Medical Records Required for Patient Evaluation 

The medical records required by the Apollo Bramwell Hospital to determine your eligibility for autologous platelet concentrate therapy for sports injuries are: 

  • Reports of consultations with the specialist pertaining to the current condition;
  • The list of medications that the patient is currently on (generic and brand names of prescribed drugs);
  • Lab reports (biochemical and blood investigations);
  • MRI;
  • CT scan;
  • X-ray;
  • Full blood test.

Please note that the medical records supplied need to be no older than three months.

For patients wishing to apply for autologous platelet concentrate therapy now, please fill in our Patient Application Form.

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